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According to cybersecurity analyst Keren Elazari, though some hackers exploit their power for personal gain, many are vigilantes who raise the bar of security and spawn movements for positive change. Elazari makes a case for the good guys, who provide a vital service to society. But the hacker world is not so black and white; well-intentioned hackers often must break the law to achieve their ends. getAbstract recommends Elazari’s compelling insider view to corporate and government leaders; by embracing hackers, they can develop a safer, more robust Internet.

In this summary, you will learn

Why the general population must recognize, legitimize and even encourage a growing number of responsible hackers

How the power hackers have benefited both corporations and individuals

How hacking can manifest in positive social change

Summary

In 2010, a hacker named Barnaby Jack found a way to instruct ATMs to eject money. Instead of abusing his discovery, he shared it so that banks could upgrade their systems to guard against sinister attacks.